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HG02 EBL

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Yellow Registered in Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourYellow
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2002 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 144,260 miles on the clock, averaging 8,928 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for HG02 EBL

MOT Status
Due date passed
144,260
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
74%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
8,928

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading144,260 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5
Average per year8,928
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for HG02 EBL 22k53k83k114k144k '06'20'13

Check HG02 EBL

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage144,260 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,255 miles
Since last MOT+3,323 miles
PASS
Mileage140,932 miles
Since last MOT+5,364 miles
PASS
Mileage135,568 miles
Since last MOT+6,119 miles
PASS
Mileage129,449 miles
Since last MOT+2,139 miles
PASS
Mileage127,310 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage127,310 miles
Since last MOT+10,518 miles
PASS
Mileage116,792 miles
Since last MOT+12,218 miles
PASS
Mileage104,574 miles
Since last MOT+14,462 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,112 miles
Since last MOT+10,595 miles
PASS
Mileage79,517 miles
Since last MOT+5,687 miles
PASS
Mileage73,830 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,830 miles
Since last MOT+11,638 miles
PASS
Mileage62,192 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,192 miles
Since last MOT+27,568 miles
PASS
Mileage34,624 miles
Since last MOT+1,732 miles
PASS
Mileage32,892 miles
Since last MOT+5,383 miles
PASS
Mileage27,509 miles
Since last MOT+5,590 miles
PASS
Mileage21,919 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Polo models (2002–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Engine-specific faults

Brake pad and disc wear:

Tyre wear and replacement:

Spark plug replacement:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG02 EBL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeHG — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About HG02 EBL

What car is HG02 EBL?

HG02 EBL is an yellow Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2002.

What is the mileage of HG02 EBL?

The last recorded mileage for HG02 EBL was 144,260 miles, recorded on 3 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HG02 EBL passed its MOT?

HG02 EBL has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 Feb 2020.

Is HG02 EBL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, HG02 EBL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is HG02 EBL?

HG02 EBL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.